Physical environmental Factors Flashcards
1
Q
what is it called when physical environmental factors change day to day
A
daily changes
2
Q
what is it called when physical environmental factors change over the year
A
yearly changes
3
Q
example of daily changes
A
some animals only come out at night. for example an owl
4
Q
example of yearly changes
A
when it gets colder some birds migrate to warmer countries where there is more food.
5
Q
how do trees adapt to yearly changes
A
there is not much light for photosynthesis in winter so many trees drop their leaves (deciduous)
6
Q
what is the name for trees that keep their leaves
A
evergreen
7
Q
how do rabbits, squirrels and hedgehogs adapt to yearly changes?
A
hedgehogs hibernate, squirrels collect nuts and rabbits grow thicker fur
